What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Maintenance Equipment Technician - 1st Shift position at The Fountainhead Group,Inc.?
Date: 8.13.25
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POSITION: Manufacturing Maintenance Equipment Technician
1st Shift
REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager
POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Maintenance Equipment Technician, you’ll be responsible for performing mechanical and basic electrical maintenance across our production equipment and facility systems. Your focus will include setup, repair, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting of machinery used in molding, welding, printing, and assembly. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and takes pride in maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
Join Our Team at The Fountainhead Group (FGI)
At FGI, we’re proud to be a leader in manufacturing innovation with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. We’re looking for a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our 1st shift team and help keep our operations running smoothly. This is a hands-on opportunity to make a direct impact on our production processes and equipment reliability.
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a vital role in keeping our equipment and infrastructure in peak condition.
Responsibilities include:
- Repair, troubleshoot, and maintain machines such as molding machines, packaging equipment, CNC Machines, air compressors, robotic units, and other automated/manual equipment.
- Work with hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems, and low-voltage electrical systems.
- Perform tool, jig, and fixture repairs to ensure product quality and process consistency
- Maintain facility systems including chilled water systems
- Monitor and complete preventive maintenance (PM) plans and maintain PM records
- Organize and manage spare parts inventory for critical equipment and molding machines
- Ensure a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Comply with all OSHA, EPA, and internal safety and maintenance protocols
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a skilled and motivated individual with:
- High school diploma or GED
- 3 years of mechanical industrial maintenance experience, or 2 years of vocational/technical certificate training plus 1 year of manufacturing experience.
- Strong understanding of machine setup, tool operations, and fabrication techniques
- Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems, and low-voltage electrical systems.
- Familiarity with injection/blow molding, automation, presses, welders, and assembly lines, is a plus
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs., bend, kneel, and reach overhead
- Flexibility to work overtime or travel between nearby facilities when needed
Why Join FGI?
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- Hands-on training and development opportunities
- Team-oriented and safety-focused culture
- Long-standing company with a commitment to innovation and growth
Ready to put your skills to work and grow with a company that values your contributions?
Apply today and become an essential part of our maintenance team.
Company Profile:
The Fountainhead Group is a family-owned and operated company, dedicated to the success and longevity of our business, our employees, and our community. For more than 130 years, FGI has been creating, innovating, and manufacturing liquid sprayer products for the world's top brands and retailers. From the first compressed air sprayer in 1888, we have dedicated ourselves to creating products that make our customers’ lives easier, expanding our offering to include the highest quality sprayer technology for both home and professional use.
Across four manufacturing and distribution centers in Central New York, we’re committed to the betterment of our FGI Family of employees and our local community, supporting more than 350 local nonprofits through our robust philanthropy and volunteer programs to ensure the success of our community for generations to come.
The Fountainhead Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (AAE/EEO) and ranked one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State by the Society for Human Resource Management. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, refugee or disability status. With over 12 languages spoken at FGI, regardless of language ability, education, or training, there is a place for you within the FGI Family!
Salary : $26 - $29